Maytag W10550277A Use & Care Manual page 14

Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
In U.S.A. www.maytag.com/product help - In Canada www.maytag.ca.
Possible Causes Solution
Washer won't run
or fill, washer stops
working (cont.)
Washer not draining/
spinning, loads are
still wet
Check proper electrical supply. Plug power cord into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not use an extension cord.
Ensure there is power to outlet.
Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Normal washer operation. Lid must be closed for washer to run.
Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle.
Do not interrupt cycle.
Washer may be stopped to reduce suds.
Washer may be tightly packed. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly around the
washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center
of the wash plate. Close lid and press START/PAUSE.
Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.
Do not add more water to the washer.
Not using HE detergent or using too Only use HE detergent. Suds from regular detergents can slow or
much HE detergent, stop the washer. Always measure detergent and following detergent
directions based on your load requirements.
To remove suds, cancel cycle. Select RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN. Select
your cycle. Press START/PAUSE. Do not add more detergent.
Empty pockets and use garment bags Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket and
for small items, tub, which can slow draining.
Using cycles with a lower spin speed. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles with
high spin speeds. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for your
garment.
Washer may be tightly packed or Tightly packed loads may not allow the washer to spin correctly,
unbalanced, leaving the load wetter than normal. Evenly arrange the wet load for
balanced spinning. Select RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN to remove excess
water. See "Using Your Washer" for loading recommendations.
Check plumbing for correct drain Check drain hose for proper installation. Use drain hose form and
hose installation. Drain hose extends into securely attach to drainpipe or tub. Do not tape over drain opening.
standpipe farther than 4.5" (114 mm). Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor.
Remove any clogs from drain hose.
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